Production Supervisor

Fempower Personnel; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A leading personnel recruitment agency is seeking a Production Supervisor in Johannesburg. This role involves overseeing daily operations in meat processing, ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards, and leading the production team. Candidates must have 3 to 5 years of supervisory experience in a food processing environment and a relevant qualification. Strong leadership, attention to detail, and a deep understanding of food safety are essential. This position promises a dynamic work environment with a commitment to quality and safety.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 5 years supervisory experience in a meat or food processing plant.
• Experience with regulatory compliance.
• HACCP or equivalent food safety certificate preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate daily / weekly production schedules.
• Manage daily operations to meet production targets.
• Report on daily yields and track line efficiencies.
• Identify training needs and provide training.

Skills

Supervisory experience in meat processing

Leadership skills

Attention to detail

Understanding of food safety standards

Education

National Diploma / Degree or equivalent

Job description

Purpose

The Production Supervisor oversees daily operations within the Deboning Hall ensuring that production target, quality standards, safety protocols and regulatory compliance are consistently met. This role requires strong leadership, attention to detail and a deep understanding of meat processing techniques and food safety standards.

Requirements

Minimum 3 to 5 years’ supervisory experience in a meat or food processing plant, preferably in a unionised environment.

Experience with regulatory compliance.

FORMAL QUALIFICATIONS :
Minimum National Diploma / Degree or equivalent

Preferred

HACCP or equivalent food safety certificate

Responsibilities

Plan and co-ordinate daily / weekly production schedules.

Manage the day to day operations and assist in all areas of production to meet production targets.

Report on daily yields and track line efficiencies.

Identify training needs and provide appropriate training and coaching on the production floor.

Maintain constant adherence to all company, customer and legal requirements regarding Food safety and aspects related to authenticity and Quality assurance.

Maintain constant adherence to all company, customer and legal requirements regarding Food safety. Quality assurance and HR policies, procedures and labour legislation.

Staff Supervision : Supervise and guide production staff, monitor their productivity, and counsel them on how to achieve optimal workflows.

Participate in departmental meetings regarding product quality and processes when required.

Ensure that the highest levels of Service, Quality and Workmanship are maintained.

Drive a culture of excellent adherence to Health & Safety of all employees through the maintenance of a safe working environment.

Understand Company Quality Policy statement and implement its requirements

Ensure that all customer expectations in respect of quality are met and exceeded where possible

Monitor line giveaway on weights and packaging waste

Prepare reports on performance and progress and present them to senior managers